Water Gardening: Happy Ponds- the upside of ponding, 0 by dyzzypyxxy

dyzzypyxxy wrote:
Since we've had this little pond, I've seen lots of other ponds with murky water problems. MerryMary, I think your natural solution is wonderful.

I think the most important factor for clear water is to have enough filter plants to balance with the number of fish in the pond, they feed on the fish waste and keep the water very clean if you have enough. But you might need more plants if you let the ducks hang out in there!

I do think you need to pay attention to other factors such as runoff from the garden and lawn when it rains, as well. Covering some of the water surface with lily pads in summer helps a lot to filter, and prevent algae, too. (algae needs sunlight) Plus it keeps the water cooler, lessens evaporation, and gives the fish a place to hide from marauding birds. What a shame that water lilies are so beautiful as well, huh??

TA, you sure wouldn't have any algae with 24 koi in your pond! If you reduce the population to only 8, you may never have to feed them at all. (that would help with water clarity, too, of course)